PESHAWAR: Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has officially resumed through the Angoor Adda crossing point in South Waziristan after the inauguration of a newly constructed border terminal.
The crossing had remained closed to trade for nearly two years.
According to the National Logistics Corporation (NLC), the terminal was developed in line with Pakistan’s policy to modernise key border crossings and address long-standing demands of local communities.
The reopening follows bilateral discussions held earlier this year. In July, Afghanistan’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce, Mawlawee Ahmadullah Zahid, led a delegation to Islamabad, where both sides agreed to reopen the crossing once the terminal became operational.
The NLC stated that construction was completed within just 30 days despite significant logistical challenges, including the absence of basic infrastructure such as roads, electricity, and communication systems in the area.
The newly operational facility now features customs and immigration offices, accommodation for officials, weighbridges, container yards, banking services, fibre-optic connectivity, and backup power.
Pakistan Customs’ WeBOC system and the FIA’s IBMS platform have also been integrated to enable real-time coordination of trade activities. A cargo scanner is expected to be installed in the next phase.
The formal opening of the Angoor Adda Border Terminal is anticipated to boost cross-border trade and bring economic opportunities to local residents by providing a more efficient and secure trade route.
